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Street music: organ grinder claimant, 1873
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Street music: organ grinder claimant, 1873
The " nobleman" organ grinder: a claimant to a title whilst on tour through the Irish provinces. Though he refused to name himself, it was assumed this unidentified nobleman was " grinding" his way across Ireland to fulfil a heavy bet.
1873
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1873 Bare Foot Barrel Busking Claimant Crowded Donkey Grinder Instrument Musician Noble Man Organ Performance Player Poor Poverty Provinces Slum Title Unidentified Wager Musical Scam
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This image, hailing from the year 1873, presents an intriguing scene of a street music performance in the Irish provinces. At the heart of the bustling crowd, an unidentified man, dressed in finery that belies his current circumstances, skillfully plays an organ grinder. The barrel organ, perched atop a donkey cart, pumps out lively tunes as the musician's bare feet operate the pedals. The enigma surrounding this man's true identity has fueled endless speculation. Some claim he was a nobleman, on tour to fulfill a heavy bet, while others believe it was a clever scam to disguise his poverty. Regardless of the truth, the scene is a poignant reminder of the interplay between the rich and the poor in the 1870s. Children and adults alike gather around, mesmerized by the music. Some clap and dance, while others drop coins into the man's hat. The woman in the foreground, with a determined look on her face, seems to be in deep conversation with the man, perhaps trying to unravel the mystery behind his elaborate attire. The crowded slum backdrop serves as a stark contrast to the nobleman's air of refinement. Despite the poverty that surrounds him, the man continues to play, his focus unwavering. This evocative photograph, taken by the Illustrated London News Ltd and preserved through Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into the past and the intriguing world of street music and performance.
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